Interim School Leader & Coach

KIPP DC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement with match

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Administrator on Assignment at KIPP DC supports an affirming, joyful culture for students, builds strong relationships, and collaborates with colleagues to address academic and social-emotional needs. The role serves on a school's leadership team, with responsibilities aligned to drive excellence and equitable outcomes.

The position is flexible across early childhood to high school depending on need and candidate expertise; it reports to the Chief of Schools and is exempt.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum four years lead teaching core subjects (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education).
• Minimum one year of experience in a school leadership position (Vice Principal, Dean, Instructional Coach, Principal, etc.).
• Demonstrated academic results and leadership experience.
• Proven record of timeliness, attendance, reliability and responsiveness.
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP DC’s anti-racist mission.

Responsibilities

• Lead school-wide vision and motivate staff to achieve school goals.
• Collaborate with principal to determine team priorities and manage time.
• Foster an affirming, inclusive school culture and PBIS systems.
• Coach teachers, support instructional commitments, and facilitate meetings.
• Develop fair employment practices and lead hiring processes when applicable.
• Oversee school operational systems (arrival/dismissal, meals, COVID operations).

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Relationship-building

Equity & Inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Administrator on Assignment at KIPP DC supports an affirming, joyful culture for students, builds strong relationships, and collaborates with colleagues to address academic and social-emotional needs. The role serves on a school's leadership team, with responsibilities aligned to drive excellence and equitable outcomes.

The position is flexible across early childhood to high school depending on need and candidate expertise; it reports to the Chief of Schools and is exempt.